Bookcases are common pieces of furniture in apartments. Despite the fact that we live in the age of digital information, print publications remain popular. Modern electronic gadgets cannot replace the sensations of turning over paper pages and convey the full depth of the content of the works. In houses and apartments, bookcases in the interior of the living room, the size of which allows the placement of furniture, always attract the attention of guests. A set of publications stored on the shelves of a closet can tell a lot about their owner. Choosing the size of a bookcase is the main task before buying furniture. It is worth immediately deciding what the cabinet is for and what will be stored in it, except for volumes.
Bookcase and Interior
Russia is still considered the most reading country in the world. Gadgets could not replace good old books for our compatriots. Newspapers, magazines, volumes of fiction are what most of the country reads every day. Each family has its own mini-library. She ismay consist of five editions or several dozen.
It will not be difficult for owners of large houses or apartments to place bulky furniture, but most citizens have to find a place for their favorite literature. Shelves, cabinets and small chests of drawers are popular in the interior of modern apartments. The size of the bookcase depends on the area intended for it. It is not always possible to allocate a corner for organizing a home library and a place for reading literature, so modern designers offer a lot of options for solving this problem.
In furniture stores you can find suitable bookcase sizes. The color scheme and style of furniture can also be varied. Smaller items are harmonious in the interior, which allow you to set the volumes in a row and at the same time provide space for storing other things.
Bookcases in the interior of the living room, the dimensions of which do not make the room tiny, can be found in the Stolplit online furniture store. Here you will always be offered something interesting.
Bookcase dimensions
Furniture for storing books has different dimensions. A wide choice of models is due to different needs for storage space for your favorite literature. The dimensions of the bookcase (standard two-door) correspond to the following parameters: 2400 mm in height, construction depth of about 400 mm and width of 800 mm. In classic models, lower separate niches with wooden doors are often provided.
Basicbookcase dimensions:
- shelf depth for standard books - 250mm;
- large editions are more convenient to place on shelves up to 350 mm deep;
- height of shelves at which it is convenient to get and put books - 250 mm;
- lower shelves are best placed at a greater distance from each other - 380 mm;
- 450 and 500 mm are optimal widths for shelves designed for albums and encyclopedias.
If the size of the room does not allow you to install a thin cabinet along the wall, you need to opt for options for large dimensions. Initially, when choosing a bookstore, you need to decide whether the entire home library will fit in it.
Cabinet specifications and materials
The main materials for making bookcases are:
- chipboard;
- MDF.
The cost of MDF models is higher. When choosing a product, you should pay attention to how well the edge is glued, how well the holes are made and how durable the material is used. The thing is, the books are quite heavy. To prevent the shelf from bending under their weight, its thickness should be 25 mm or more. The length of one shelf should not exceed 1,000 mm. These settings are optimal for storing a large number of volumes.
The height of the structure to be installed in the office should be such that a person of average height can get a book from the top shelf, that is, a little more than two meters.
In the interior of the house there are bookcasesplay the role of a receptacle not only for publications, but also for other items. The most correct option would be to choose a model up to the ceiling. The top shelves don't have to be used to store literature, they are great for other things as well.
It makes sense to mount any of the selected options into the wall, especially if there are small children or animals in the apartment.
Types of book storage furniture
The dimensions of the bookcase, as well as its appearance, are selected according to the general atmosphere of the room and its dimensions. There are such constructions:
- case;
- modular;
- corner;
- embedded.
Orientation:
- vertical;
- horizontal.
The most popular bookcase is 8003502400 mm. The standard cabinet element of furniture meets the basic requirements of customers, it is easy to assemble, beautiful in appearance and sufficient in functionality. This type of furniture is the simplest and most familiar.
Built-in modular models have appeared relatively recently. They often have sliding doors and the possibility of transformation. Custom-sized bookcases can be ordered from most manufacturers in Russia and abroad. According to the specified parameters, experts will develop a project and advise design. The choice of style and color is up to the client.
An alternative to a bookcase will be a set of hanging shelves. They significantly save space in the apartment, but it is worth remembering thatputting a large number of books on them will not work.
Narrow wardrobe
One of the popular models is the minimum width cabinet. Furniture makers, studying market demand, make narrow bookcases. The size of 3025 at the shelves allows you to store a sufficient number of publications and not clutter up the room. A height of 30 cm and a depth of 25 cm are the optimal dimensions of the shelves that do not require changes. At the same time, the height of the entire model is standard - 2400 mm or lower. When installing high furniture, it is worth considering that it visually lowers the level of the ceiling.
Book vaults are often reinforced with a metal frame to prevent warping.
Wide cabinet
Furniture of large sizes is made, as a rule, by individual orders. It is advisable to install a large wardrobe in a separate room, for example, in an office or living room. Dark-colored or wooden furniture options look beautiful and elegant. The width of the product can be equal to the width of the wall along which it is installed. A very important point in this case is its correct installation.
Fitted-in furniture
The latest design trends dictate the fashion for interior elements installed in a wall niche. It's incredibly comfortable and looks stylish. Special installation saves space in the room and does not steal the space of the room. Usually bookcases are built-in.
Custom Bookcases
Most buyers prefer to decorate their furniture with their ownapartments in the same style. To do this, resort to individual orders.
The general furnishings of the apartments oblige to maintain a certain style and color combination. The bookcase should not stand out from the general background. On the contrary, it will be better if it merges into a single composition with the rest of the furniture. The main advantages of a sliding wardrobe for books are:
- stylish design;
- preservation of books from dust and light;
- possibility to decorate cabinet panels.
To order storage for books, just contact the store manager. Calling measurers to the house and determining the general wishes of the client will help to draft the future interior element.
There are many wardrobe options:
- angular;
- straight;
- low, dressed like a nightstand;
- high cabinet to the ceiling with niches and storage cabinets.
For owners of small apartments, experts recommend paying attention to narrow furniture options with shelves.
Custom-sized bookcase doors can be made of clear glass, wood, or printed. A large structure will be in harmony with the furniture if there are touches of the style of the room in its design and color.
How to choose a bookcase?
Recommendations for selection:
- if the ceiling of the room is low, narrow cabinets will look great;
- for small spaces, cabinets are suitable, the shelves of which are reduced in height,they are more capacious;
- modular furniture options are easy to add new shelves or reduce their size if desired;
- it is mandatory to make ventilation holes in the closet;
- furniture should be installed away from heaters and so that direct sunlight does not fall on books.
Photo design options
A white bookcase with dimensions of 90x40x205 cm will look great in a bright living room. He will make the room visually larger and give it sophistication and harmony. In combination with light-colored upholstered furniture and a white carpet, the wardrobe and the room as a whole will look perfect. In such an interior, you can safely use muted colors or dark curtains.
Depending on the needs of apartment owners for additional storage space, bookcase sizes are chosen smaller than standard.
Room design options, if large furniture sizes are needed, are presented below. The capacity of the design will allow you to use it not only for storing books, but also for placing many things of the owners of the apartment.
An excellent solution for placing shelves is to hide them in niches. A small room with enough light looks cozy.
The size of the bookcase in the photo below is three times the standard. Such furniture takes up a lot of space,but at the same time it contains many items.
Stolplit online store
Stolplit store offers a wide range of furniture, which can be ordered on the company's website. Delivery is carried out in Moscow and the Moscow region at a convenient time. The list of store services includes calling a measurer and a craftsman who will suggest which furniture is best to install and advise on the quality of the materials used.
Bookcase "Stolplit" with prices and sizes you can choose yourself. Full information about the product will be provided by a consultant by phone. The cost of a small bookcase is 5-6 thousand rubles. A medium-sized cabinet to house a home library will cost twice as much. An individually designed model of impressive size will cost at least 15-20 thousand.
